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A Conference with enough stars to fill up even Texas is planned when USITT's 48th Annual Conference & Stage Expo opens in Houston in March 2008.

Kevin Rigdon, renowned lighting designer, will deliver the Keynote. John Lee Beatty will talk about his designs. There is even a day-long behind the scenes tour of NASA to see some really big technology, for those able to arrive a day early. As always, USITT's offerings include the best in the worlds of entertainment design and technology.

Browse this site for a whole range of sessions, exhibitions, and demonstrations. Learn why more than 3,500 colleagues are planning to participate in their choice of almost 200 sessions spread over four days. Online registration has closed. Register onsite starting at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 19 in the third floor lobby of the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas.

Looking for employment or have a position that needs to be filled? Check out the USITT Conference Employment Service for onsite interviews.

Don’t miss Stage Expo, where the best in the business introduce and demonstrate new products, take the time to explain innovations, and listen to end users' comments.

Registration and Housing

Register in person in Houston starting at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 19 in the third floor lobby of the George R. Brown Convention Center.

Rates:
Members -- $383,  Student Members -- $241
Individual -- $465,  Student -- $295
One Day Pass -- $312
Stage Expo Only -- $56

Wondering where to stay? USITT's housing deadline has passed by there may still be space at the USITT-negotiated special rate at the Hyatt Downtown, about nine blocks away. Call the Hyatt directly at 713-654-1234 and ask about availability.

What's on this site

Not ready to decide? This site is evolving as more information about the 2008 Annual Conference & Stage Expo is confirmed. Check back often to see updates about Stage Expo, special events, and exhibitions.

There are pages which highlight the Professional Development Workshops, Regional Attractions, and all the conference sessions, with descriptions, both by day and grouped by commission.

For more details, click here to view the website map, which lists and provides links to all the Conference pages.